Sep11
Steve Sanders posts most of his Casio QV-2000UX review
Steve's been busy again, this time with the Casio QV-2000UX, which looks to be an interesting camera with some neat features (not least of being the ability to create HTML index pages within the camera)... "The QV-2000UX proves that Casio is up to the challenge, it is a 2.1 megapixel camera that easily competes (and beats) many other cameras. It features a CompactFlash Type II slot that handles any size CF Type I card or the IBM Microdrive. There's USB connectivity for very fast downloads to PC or Mac computers. Inside is a large internal RAM buffer that allows capture of up to 5 full-size images at the rate of one picture every 1.5 seconds. "
Comments 0 Published: Sep 11, 1999 at 04:00:00
Sep10
Thanks to Andy Williams who sent over this hot news story from the excellent UK technology journal "The Register": You could soon talk on your mobile phone for much longer between battery recharge sessions, thanks to some nifty research from Tottori University in Japan. If the breakthrough gains commercial acceptance, the life of a lithium ion (Li-Ion) battery could be 30 times as long.
Comments 0 Published: Sep 10, 1999 at 04:00:00
PC Watch report on another day at PC Expo 99, Japan. This time not that much on the Digital Photography front other than a MemoryStick USB reader/writer, Lexar's JumpShot USB CompactFlash card, HP's new printer with SmartMedia and CompactFlash slots.
Comments 0 Published: Sep 10, 1999 at 04:00:00
Sep9
PC Watch's resident professional cameraman Yamada reports on the World PC Expo 99 in Japan for the second time, this time he visits Kodak, Casio, Ricoh, Canon, Epson, Toshiba and Panasonic (Matsushita in Japan).
Comments 0 Published: Sep 9, 1999 at 04:00:00
PC Watch post detailed PDR-M5 specs
PC Watch have posted the specifications of Toshiba's upcoming PDR-M5, it has the fairly generic 2.14 megapixels, 3 x zoom (40mm - 120mm), up to 2 minute motion JPEG AVI video, SmartMedia and USB. More specs inside. (Anyone else think it looks like a whale?)
Comments 0 Published: Sep 9, 1999 at 04:00:00
Sep8
PC Watch Digital Camera Sales Charts: In Japan, the Fuji MX1500 still holds the number one place closely followed by the Olympus C-2000Z (they're selling a barrel load of these!) and the Sanyo DSC-SX150. Amazingly the ever faithful Olympus C900-Zoom (D400Z) hangs on for fourth place. The Nikon Coolpix 950 surges on the back of new stock.
Comments 0 Published: Sep 8, 1999 at 04:00:00
The observant amongst you may have noticed the addition of "www.dpreview.com" under the logo in the side-bar. This is an indication of our new domain name, you can now access the site at our new address of www.dpreview.com, we intend on leaving the old photo.askey.net address for as long as possible.
Comments 0 Published: Sep 8, 1999 at 04:00:00
Canon BeBit post S10 specifications and sample images
Many thanks to Steven Dong who posted this hot tip on the forums, Canon have put specifications and two sample images from their tiny 2.1 megapixel marvel the Canon PowerShot S10. From what I can see of the sample images the quality of shots from this camera is very impressive.
Comments 0 Published: Sep 8, 1999 at 04:00:00
Sep7
Sony DSC-F505 and Nikon D1 at PC Expo 99
PC Watch's resident pro photograph Yamada reports on the digital cameras on show at the special preview day of World PC Expo 99, Chiba, Japan. Sony and Nikon steal the show, Sony with a 40:1 scaled-up model of the DSC-F505, Nikon give visitors opportunity to have hands-on with the D1 (still prototype).
Comments 0 Published: Sep 7, 1999 at 04:00:00
Delkin Devices Introduces the Highest Capacity CompactFlash Card On the Market, new 128MB CompactFlash card. We previously reported on Delkins announcement of up to 80MB (soon to be 224MB) CF type II cards, this 128MB monster is a type I card which means it will work in the majority of CF digital cameras.
Comments 0 Published: Sep 7, 1999 at 04:00:00
Sony Core technology announce ICX252 series of 3.24 megapixel (2088 x 1550) CCD's, ushering in a potential new wave of 3 megapixel digital cameras. The CCD comes in two different packages and two different colour array patterns.
Comments 0 Published: Sep 7, 1999 at 04:00:00
This is the second big comparison PC Watch have posted, their resident professional photographer Yamada has compiled this large array of sample images from most of the current (and upcoming) digital cameras on the market, a great way for you to see how the image quality of one camera stands up against another. Added this time are: Olympus C-2500L, Sony DSC-F505, Fuji MX1700Z and Casio QV-2000UX.
Comments 0 Published: Sep 7, 1999 at 04:00:00
Sep6
Toshiba today announced the PDR-M5, 3x Optical Zoom, 2.14 (?) megapixels (1600 x 1200), fast burst shooting (2fps), SmartMedia, Manual controls, supplied rechargeable Lithium battery.
Comments 0 Published: Sep 6, 1999 at 04:00:00
Sep4
Imagek becomes SiliconFilm
The previously-thought-of-as-vapourware company Imagek has changed its name to Silicon Film and is now touting a 24 shot, 1280 x 1024 insertable digital film cartridge solution for traditional 35mm cameras.
Comments 1 Published: Sep 4, 1999 at 04:00:00
Sep3
A new feature on this site will soon be the ability to search the news archives, free text, "plain english" and logical searching will be supported, the search engine is currently undergoing testing, as part of this I'm making the search page (still in BETA) available for any brave souls who wish to test it.
Comments 0 Published: Sep 3, 1999 at 04:00:00
Sony DSC-F505 Review Online
Exclusive: Here it is, the review I'm sure many of you have been waiting for. The Sony DSC-F505. A very capable and interesting camera, with great image quality, lots of functionality and one of the best LCD's I've ever used on a digital camera.
Comments 0 Published: Sep 3, 1999 at 04:00:00
Epson PhotoPC 850Z photo and specifications
Here from an anonymous source is a shot of a prototype Epson PhotoPC 850Z, this interesting 2.11 megapixel camera has a fast F2.0 - F2.8, three times zoom lens (35mm - 105mm), flash hot-shoe, USB and can take CompactFlash type I or type II (meaning it can take the new larger capacity CF cards such as IBM's 340MB Microdrive).
Comments 0 Published: Sep 3, 1999 at 04:00:00
Aug31
HP announce eight new printers, eight new scanners and two digital cameras.
Comments 0 Published: Aug 31, 1999 at 06:58:00
Aug30
Epson Introduces Its Most Powerful, Versatile and Advanced Digital Camera -- the PhotoPC 850Z
Comments 0 Published: Aug 30, 1999 at 04:00:00
Aug27
Printroom.Com: Turning images into real photographs
Just received an email about this very interesting new service on the net which allows you to turn your digital photos into real prints, here's the press release:
Comments 1 Published: Aug 27, 1999 at 04:00:00
Canon announce the S10
So, my prototype was a product after all :) About three weeks ago we published a picture and specifications of a product named the S10, today Canon have officially announced it and it matches our specifications and design.
Comments 0 Published: Aug 27, 1999 at 04:00:00
Sony DSC-F505 First Impressions
Today I was lucky enough to take delivery of a brand new Sony DSC-F505 which is on loan for review. This camera has created quite a stir these last couple of weeks with a clever marketing campaign executed by Sony and a huge interest shown in the camera.
Comments 0 Published: Aug 27, 1999 at 04:00:00
Aug26
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Comments 0 Published: Aug 26, 1999 at 04:00:00
Fuji publish picture of MX-1700 zoom mechanism
On the back of their announcement of the MX-1700 Zoom, Fuji have also published a press release and photograph of the groundbreaking 3x zoom mechanism used in the new MX-1700.
Comments 0 Published: Aug 26, 1999 at 04:00:00
Olympus C2500L 2.5 Megapixel Digital SLR
Olympus officially announce the C2500L Digital SLR. This 2.5 megapixel 3X zoom true-SLR digital camera has some unique features, the most interesting of which being it's dual media port, the camera can take both CompactFlash and SmartMedia.
Comments 0 Published: Aug 26, 1999 at 04:00:00
Fuji announce MX-1700, 1.5 megapixel, 3x zoom
Fuji have announced the MX 1700 Zoom. Designed similarly to the MX2700 (and older MX700) it's a 1.5 megapixel (1280 x 1024), where it breaks away from its older syblings is that it has a 3X optical zoom (38mm - 114mm) making it the smallest and lightest 1.5 megapixel zoom digital camera yet.
Comments 0 Published: Aug 26, 1999 at 04:00:00
Olympus to release D450Z upgraded D400Z
An anonymous contact has let me know that Olympus will be releasing a new camera named the D450Z, it will apparently be the same form factor and resolution as the ever popular D400Z (AKA. C900Z) but will feature much faster operation and new burst mode operable in any resolution. This info should become more apparent towards the end of August, suggested retail price will be around the $500 mark.
Comments 0 Published: Aug 26, 1999 at 04:00:00
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Comments 0 Published: Aug 26, 1999 at 17:55:00
Aug25
Congratulations to the following people, who won an Olympus C-2000Z in the contest that we participated in along with Imaging Resource and DC Resource:
Comments 0 Published: Aug 25, 1999 at 04:00:00
Aug24
In an attempt to improve the quality of the information available on our forums we've decided to create brand specific forums for the top five Digital Camera brands
Comments 0 Published: Aug 24, 1999 at 04:00:00
Simple Technology, Inc. today announced the availability of three new high-capacity ATA flash cards in 512MB, 800MB and 1024MB (1GB) capacities. The PC Cards are available in Type I, II and III form factors, respectively, and are ideal for notebook computers, digital still cameras, handheld computers, and other portable devices.
Comments 0 Published: Aug 24, 1999 at 04:00:00
Olympus Announce 32MB SmartMedia
Olympus America Inc., Digital & Imaging Systems Group, the world leader in film and filmless photography, today announced 32MB SmartMedia cards under the Olympus brand. Also announced was a compatibility program bringing 32MB card compatibility to legacy filmless digital cameras and the P-330 Instant Photo Printer.
Comments 0 Published: Aug 24, 1999 at 04:00:00
Nick over at PixelZone has published the first samples from the Nikon D1 courtesy of Nikon Canada (note: they are scans of prints from the D1).
Comments 0 Published: Aug 24, 1999 at 04:00:00
Flash memory shipments to exceed $3 billion
Flash Memory Surges and 1999 Shipments Expected to Exceed $3 Billion, According to Cahners In-Stat Group. For the first time in three years, flash memory market prices are increasing and Cahners In-Stat Group forecasts dollar growth of 20.9% and unit growth of 29.8% for 1999.
Comments 0 Published: Aug 24, 1999 at 04:00:00
In Japan, not much changes in the digital camera sales charts, the Nikon Coolpix 950 in short supply leaves it stuck down in 4th place, the Coolpix 700 starts to climb the chart.
Comments 0 Published: Aug 24, 1999 at 04:00:00
Dimage EX Zoom 1500 Places First in Digital Camera Shoot-Out and Dimage EX Wide 1500 Wins Most Innovative Product
Comments 0 Published: Aug 24, 1999 at 04:00:00
In Japan, Fuji dominate the top ten sales chart, Olympus C-2000Z still at the top of sales and the Sony DSC-F55 is still popular along with the Olympus C-900Z (D400).
Comments 0 Published: Aug 24, 1999 at 04:00:00
Ed Hamrick, author of the excellent VuePrint and VueScan has just released a new version (3.0) of VueScan which offers support for the Minolta Dimage Scan Dual film scanner which can support both 35mm and APS film.
Comments 0 Published: Aug 24, 1999 at 04:00:00
Delkin Devices first to ship new CF Type 2 cards
Delkin Devices introduces the first CompactFlash type II cards on the market. New thicker card will be standard in next generation digital cameras, PDA's and Audio MP3 players. Advantages to consumers include higher capacity in small form factor.
Comments 0 Published: Aug 24, 1999 at 04:00:00
Steve Sanders posts DCS620 & Microdrive reviews
Steve's been busy again! This time he's had his hands on the wonderful Kodak Pro DCS620 (which I've previously reviewed) and the new 340MB IBM Microdrive which he tests in the DCS620 and a Canon Pro 70.
Comments 0 Published: Aug 24, 1999 at 04:00:00
PC Watch post a Kodak DC215 Zoom first impression, professional photographer Yamada offers his opinions on Kodak's new slimline entry-level zoom digicam.
Comments 0 Published: Aug 24, 1999 at 04:00:00
Kodak announce DC290 - 2.1 megapixel DC260/265
Kodak today announce the Kodak DC290 which is a 2.1 (? actually the CCD is 2.3 megapixels) megapixel version of the Kodak DC265. Oh, and there's an uncompressed mode... Suggested retail price $1,099.
Comments 0 Published: Aug 24, 1999 at 04:00:00
Steve managed to get his hands on the leaflet from which came our news article of a few days ago, he's posted it up on his site. Canon describe the S10 as "The Worlds smallest and lightest 2MP digital camera with zoom and built-in flash".
Comments 0 Published: Aug 24, 1999 at 04:00:00
Japan's Sanyo Electric Co Ltd , Olympus Optical Co Ltd , and Hitachi Maxell Ltd said on Tuesday they have jointly developed a new high-capacity memory disc for use in next-generation digital cameras.
Comments 0 Published: Aug 24, 1999 at 04:00:00
Site improvements and "My Netscape" enhancement
In an effort to constantly improve the service level to our readers we're in the process of improving site design, specifically in the areas of easy of use, loading speed and browser compatibility. You'll see some changes in the site over the next few weeks (the most major of which will be the removal of frames) which will make the site not only look better but work better and load quicker for you.
Comments 0 Published: Aug 24, 1999 at 04:00:00
SST (Silicon Storage Technology, Inc., Nasdaq:SSTI) today announced it has expanded its CompactFlash card family to include 32 MByte and 48 MByte density cards. The new cards are based on SST's patented ATA controller technology and flash memory design expertise. Because of this technology, SST's CompactFlash cards offer the industry's fastest sustained write performance, up to 1.4 MByte/sec. This speed benefits users of CompactFlash cards in applications such as digital cameras, where a faster write performance leads to significantly lower set-up time between pictures. With the addition of these new products, SST's CompactFlash card family now includes cards ranging in densities from 4 to 48 MBytes.
Comments 0 Published: Aug 24, 1999 at 04:00:00
Sony tempt us with promise of a new digicam
Sony have the wrappings over their latest digicam as shown on the product webpage, the wrappings will come off tomorrow (11th Aug) according to the Japanese page.
Comments 0 Published: Aug 24, 1999 at 04:00:00
Steve Sanders posts Panasonic PV-DC2590 first look
Steve has had his hands on Panasonic's offering to the digital camera market (bandwagon?) with the funky PalmCam PV-DC2590.
Comments 0 Published: Aug 24, 1999 at 04:00:00
Agfa Offers Free ePhoto Digital Cameras With Purchase of Select DuoScan Scanners
Comments 0 Published: Aug 24, 1999 at 04:00:00
Olympus announce 2.1 megapixel C-21
Olympus Japan today announced the new fixed focal length C-21. This tiny unit (slightly smaller than the Canon A5) sports the same 2.1 megapixel CCD as the C-2000Z but with no zoom lens (fixed 38mm lens is used instead) or manual features. UPDATED: SAMPLE IMAGES ONLINE
Comments 0 Published: Aug 24, 1999 at 04:00:00